Job Description Location: North West Region | Bendigo
Job type: Full time / Ongoing
Organisation: Department of Justice and Community Safety
Salary: $86,691 - $93,275
Occupation: Community Services
Reference: DJCS/3835
At the Department of Justice and Community Safety, we're looking for people who want to make a difference.
We embrace diversity and strive to have a workforce that reflects the community we serve.
We're all about recruiting the best people, regardless of gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or cultural background.
The department is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and recognises that children's rights need to be respected.
For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit justice.vic.gov.au/careers.
Key Responsibilities: Support rehabilitation of clients while engaging with the Aboriginal Community. Play a critical role in helping support community safety. Manage a case load with a majority of Aboriginal individuals with a range of order requirements. Conduct risk assessments, prepare case plans, provide interventions, and address the underlying causes of offending. Develop and implement cultural support plans for Aboriginal clients. Work with Aboriginal justice networks to identify appropriate support. To be successful in this role, you will have: The ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with members of the Victorian Aboriginal Community. An understanding of the Victorian Aboriginal Community and the issues impacting on it. An understanding of effective case management practices. An understanding of modelling pro-social behaviours. Assertiveness and confidence in dealing with individuals exhibiting challenging behaviours. For further information, please contact Janine Holt - A/Manager, Court Practice on 0427 623 109.
About us: Community Correctional Services (CCS) contributes to the safety of the community by applying practices that reduce reoffending and connecting offenders to programs, services, and community.
Why work with us? At the Department of Justice and Community Safety, we provide every person with the means to achieve their potential through ongoing learning and development opportunities in a diverse, equitable and supportive environment.
How to apply: The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include reference checks, national police checks, and misconduct screening.
Aboriginal candidates are also encouraged to contact ****** if they would like cultural support and guidance through the application process.
CHILD SAFE STATEMENT OF COMMITMENT: The Department of Justice and Community Safety is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people.
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